PR Specialist
LHH Recruitment Solutions
London, GB
Public Relations Specialist Are you ready to elevate your career in public relations? Our client, a leading global law firm, is on the lookout for a passionate and driven Public Relations Specialist to join their fast-paced PR team in the heart of London's Blackfriars. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the firm's media presence across the EMEA region. About Us: Our client has established a global platform focused on delivering high-quality, actionable, and commercial legal advice efficiently. With a commitment to excellence, they thrive on collaboration and integrity. The Role: As a Public Relations Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in promoting the firm's key practises and partners, helping to build a positive media profile. You will collaborate closely with the Associate Director to implement PR strategies that showcase thought leadership, events, and marketing initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Media Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact with the press, nurturing relationships with target reporters across national, broadcast, and legal media. Opportunity Identification: Research and identify profile opportunities, including comment opportunities, articles, and case studies. Engagement: Actively engage with reporters to secure coverage for partners and coordinate media briefings, preparing partners for interviews. Content Creation: Write compelling press releases, pitches, and articles to enhance the firm's visibility. Monitoring & Reporting: Track media activity and editorial calendars, recommending opportunities for increased visibility. Collaboration: Attend practise group meetings to discuss PR opportunities and work closely with external PR agencies. Experience: 4-5 years in PR or communications, preferably within a legal or professional services environment. Media Contacts: Significant connections within the UK media landscape, particularly legal and national outlets. Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong organisational abilities, and attention to detail. Proactive Attitude: A highly motivated individual with a collaborative spirit and a passion for learning and development. Qualifications: Degree in English, Communications, or a related field. Familiarity with PR tools, media databases, and social media platforms, especially LinkedIn. Why Join Us? Dynamic Environment: Work in a vibrant, fast-paced team where no two days are the same. Impactful Work: Contribute to significant PR initiatives that shape the firm's reputation. Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that values your ideas and encourages professional growth. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and showcase your PR expertise, we want to hear from you. Apply now to be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation in the legal sector. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Join us and be a part of our journey towards success. LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.